Ok so the Woman of the Week is starting to blow up, and since I started to do it Columbus, Ohio style it has been getting MAD LOVE !!!! Now enter Lauren Luna she is smart, pretty, funny, nice, and a little off the chain at times ( wait until you read the interview) but she is doing her damn thang in Columbus, Ohio so if you didn't know asked somebody QUICK please!!!!!!
That's my website. Its like my online infomercial. There you can find information about my past exhibits, upcoming events, view samples of my paintings, ways to contact me for custom orders, and see just how wonderful I am.
2. What is your personality?
My personality is over the top! LOL I like to be the center of attention but when I get it, I get shy! It's my duel personality I guess of being on the cancer/leo cusp. Cancers shy out of the lime light, take care of home, very guarded, very sensitive and motherly, while that is very much me, my leo side comes out because I like the limelight, I want to be seen and heard. I'm generous and warmharted. Creative and enthuastic but also bossy. I speak my mind and have a foul mouth and sometimes it gets me into trouble. But you never have to worry about me lying.
3. Give me three words that describe you best as a artist?
Talented, diverse, and imaginative
4.If you ruled the world how different would it be and why?
If I ruled the world, the world would be different because there wouldnt be so much hate. In all senses of the word. Jealousy, wouldn't exist, because that's just a form of hate. Racism wouldn't exist, again because that's another form of hate. People would try to actually help each other as opposed to trying to bring each other down.
5. How many comments do you think you can pull off in week one? Hope the answer is 50:)
Well I have over 450 facebook friends, so lets see if I can get all of them to leave a comment!
6. Your shoes are hand made works of art that take some time doing, what frame of mind are you in when doing the shoes for people and what come into play?
I work way into the wee hours of the morning sometimes, and alot of times I'm just thinking about getting the next pair done. I love painting, once I've already got the design concept down, it's just about the excution. Most times when I working on a pair I'm calling people to keep me company. The creative side of your brain is different from your verbal, so I prefer to talk to someone while I'm working. I get bored sitting for hours and hours with noone to talk to. When someone calls me for a design I will collaborate with them until we are both on the same page. Sometimes people don't know what they want, so that's when I start shooting ideas at them.
7. In 3 years MS. LUNA be doing?
Ms. Luna will be represented by a major shoe company who mass produces her shoes. And having private viewings for handpainted shoes will go for millions of dollars.
8. How did you feel when you were picked to be the WOMAN OF THE WEEK? And have you looked at past WOTW interviews? I was shocked. I have looked at the past interviews and since the past two were models I assumed that this was only for models. So I'm happy that I was picked to be WOTW, because it shows that my hard work is paying off and I'm getting noticed.
9. If you could tell one artistic something that you wish somebody told you what would it be and why? Something I wish I was told in college when I was an art major would have been, that its hard to break into the business. I've been about art since I was a very small child. It's all I've ever wanted to do. I watched the state of art go from canvases to computers and I was not equiped to handle that change. To this day I will pass a graphic order off to someone because that is not my forte. I'm computer illiterate when it comes to designing. Hand me a paint brush and I'll make magic. However because of this I limited my marketablity and avenue of where I could find work. Showing in galleries is not as profitable as it may have once been. The key is, is to find your nitche and PUSH IT!!!!!
10. Finish this sentence for me LAUREN LUNA is ....................!!!!!
THE SHIT!!!!
11. What projects do you have coming up within the next couple weeks?
My ad campain is about to launch via HiPolicy Magazine. That should be out at the end of this month. I am preparing for my next round of ad photoshoots, as well as a JWORK fashion show I was invited to be a part of in the fall. I am also preparing to show my paintings in a charity art function also in the fall. Also Who's Who in Black Columbus, which I will be in should be coming out late summer, early fall.
12. What is the key to being a great artist in your mind? Dedication and willingness to adapt. I think that maybe the key to anyone success. If one remains rigid and unchangeable, the world keeps changing, and that person will just be left with what they know never learning more, never expanding, stagnate. Whereas if one should learn to adapt to new situations, gain insite, there is no choice but to profit from them.
13. How was it to be interview by JWORK LIMITED?
Fucking fabulous!
P.E.A.C.E,
Lauren Luna
www.artistaluna.com
Congrats Lauren!
Its good to see you getting out there as a professional artist. I remember sketching with you in art class back in high school. I knew you had talent then and now the world knows. Good luck and much success; MarQuai Moss
Lauen, keep doing your thang girl.
Much love to you. Stay Blessed.
CeCe
Good Pick!!! Lauren's artwork is mind blowing. The sky is definitely NOT the limit for her. She will go far. I feel fortunate to have met her.
YESSSSSSS! Another foul mouthed woman like myself! lol I love the interview! I love Ms. Luna's SHOES, I got mad love for her!!! Good interview!
dope..congrats she is mad cool and she knows my secret hahah
inside joke....
Congratulations Lauren! You are truly talented! There are limitless possibilities on the horizon for you...
Oh my Goooodness LADY!!! I can feel it. I'm gonna see you on a postage stamp!
- Dalton
This is a very good interview Mr.Jwork!! This WOTW seems like she is going places and make major moves....again great interview MR.JWORK!!!
ADIDAS LOL
wow, I wonder what your company logo will look like in time square.
This is awesome!! In my mind you are already famous! Everyone else gives up on their dreams when the people around them say no. You have pushed past that brick wall and painted a mural of where you are headed for all to see! We are only as great as we see ourselves and you are on your way!!!
-Trenita
GET it girl..teaching us all how to hustle hard then do it again even harder!! MUCH love to our CKC iNC sister!!
HEY LOW IM PROUD OF YOU!!! KEEP ON YOUR GRIND AND IT WILL PAY OFF.
GREEN
Hey Lauren. You are very talented and making moves. Congratulations. I gotta get a pair of your shoes soon.
Congrats, Lauren! I can't wait to see what's next!!!
Veronica
You go girl! Loved the interview... keep shining!
Phee phee
She's dope!
You are an inspritation to keep being creative and reaching for the top no matter what obstacles or who HATES! You are right in your interview there is too much hate going on...We all need to love appreciate and support one another no matter how different or of its not your thing. Support the people doing positive thangs!!
I'm so happy for you and proud to know you!
Not only are you an extremely talented artst, but you are an even greater woman. The footprints you've left on the sands of my lfe are lasting my Sistah-Gurl.
The world shines a lot brighter from the light that is you. May P.E.A.C.E. and blessings continue to follow you.
Real Talk Tiff
Hey Lauren!
Congrats on your feature! I look forward to reading the upcoming magazine! Good luck!
Aleesha
p.s. Kudos to JWORK for lifting up the young, productive women of our generation!
Lauren, I am so proud to say I know you...God Bless!
Congrats, Lauren, on WOTW! U make everyone know that beauty is not only skin deep (my son will vouch for that!! LOL! The baby!) but internal, as well. Your work shines and u know we need a JWORK collabo sometime soon (for the women of JWORK, definately!)
Laura, I agree with you; you are the shit! You are extremely talented!!
Luna is the TRUTH! A true artist and a true business woman! becuz of her I got a pair of the hottest shoes around!! Much love to Artista!!!!
J. Osceola "J dot O!!"
You are the most talented artist (and adopted moms) I have ever met. I love everything you put your hands on. Keep holding it down for tha chicas in Columbus.
lauren sent me ....GET"EM GIRL !!!!
lamont
Good Answers! Looks like you're on your way! Hope I'm there to see it all. LOVE
Congrats Lauren Luna on all u'r endeverous and may God continue to bless your mind spirit and soul that you continue to create.
Artra & Montage
P.S. People get u'r shoes they are hott!
Lauren you are a amazing artist! Every day you are full of new and creative vibes that change my view about art. So often I only saw it to be on canvas but you take it to so many levels. So proud of you and wish you the best of luck! You are always working hard round the clock to be the best....your number one fan
Isaac H
Lauren: Congratulations on being selected WOTW! Great interview! The design and painting of your shoes is fantastic!
Staying dedicated to something especially art is one of the hardest things to do, but you do it with such beauty and poise. It is time you get recognition.
Loved the interview! Congratulations
I peeped game on Lauren since the 80's when we used to color pictures together at summer camp! She was always trying to out-do me! Now I know why...keep doing your thing. I'm proud of you!
Lauren is creative, intelligent, determined and persistent. That persistence paid off girl b/c u've found ur niche and I must say girl, YOU ARE HOTT!!! =) I love ur shoes and any other of ur creations but I also love the woman behind the master-pieces. Strong. Hard-working. Keep pushin mama!! We all love u! :) Oh, and love this interview too b/c it allowed ur personality to come thru! HAHA! YEP, that's LAUREN LUNA!! lol
Whuddup Lauren, Its Gotem Sayin Congrats. I see you doin your thing. Its funny I saw you this weekend and and my pops was just talkin about your work. Keep it up and I gotta come get some work done soon. Easy Hone
Nice to see a woman doing her thing! Keep it up and BLOW-UP! lol
Lauren is a talented artist in a variety of mediums. The richness of her spirit shines throught her work. She is an inspiration to me as an artist and as a person.
WOW! Thanks for all the love everyone! I'm just chasin a dream! Those of you that have known me forever... you know it's always been the same story!
Thank you again!!!
P.E.A.C.E.
Positive Energy Activates Constant Elevation
Lauren Luna
What's good Lauren, came thru to show you some luv on your movement. Lauren Luna is that real deal, and I am up for the movement.
Uniquesoul is a fan...
Peace
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I hope you make it big cause youre very talented
What a wonderful women filled with ambition, confidence, and energy! Not everyone continues to have a love interest of a hobby from childhood to adulthood and sticks to it. Your are truly amazing.
Toya
you go Lauren!!!!
Proud of you go out seek the land and conquer, girl u go boo
..she's still dope!
I was never really a huge fan of paintings until I came across the work of Ms. Luna. Her artwork is a cherry slush from Sonic on a humid, August afternoon...very refreshing.Her aura breeds confidence and creativity, and she seems very chill and down to earth.
It's good to witness a woman so focused on her passion to become not only a star but,THE STAR !!!! She is soooo outter space, you couldn't see her on the moon. keep doin' ya thang "LL" ! God bless.
xoxoxo
LAURENN im so happy 2 see u makin it... i remember u makin one of ur first pair of shoes (the ones with th skull)... an u said " mann i need sum business can u pass out these cards at ur school to get my name out" lol well now look now u have so much business u can barley HANDLE IT .... but i know u can do itt i mean like u said "Lauren is.... THE SHIT ~Audre~***
Congrats on the Woman of the Week you deserve to be recognizede for your hard work.
Laurens your work is breathtaking! You can only go up from here!!
Go girl!!!
I'm happy to see that there is someone such as yourself making an impact on others with your art. Your work speaks for it's self and I hope that you continue to find joy in what it is that you love to do.
"Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life".
D.C.
Lauren Luna is sheer inspiration born into flesh. She is not only an artist but a work of art her self. And I am honored to have the world reknowned 50th comment!
I have known Lauren since middle school, and she has always been talented! You deserve all the awards, and I can't wait til we start doing some real business together. The shoes that I just ordered are the ISH, lol, gotta keep it clean! You're the bomb diggity (yep, old school)!
Fabulous! Ms. Luna is doing big things! Get it girl! :)
"PLEASE BUY HER ART SO SHE WILL LEAVE ME ALONE"
that's not me, thats her!
-burrs
Hello Queen
I am truly impressed wwith your talent you are a Diamond keep up the good work and use that GOD given talent to uplift and helpp the communities and teach our wonderful youth who enjoy art what it means to be a great artist such as yourself and the road you walked to get there...stay beautiful....
Reality
Yo cool should be spelled a L that's how cool you are.Cooler than a fan.
Hey Mama
Seen u on the site soo PROUD of U :) keep u the great work...
-Shif
I checked out your website... I'm VERY IMPRESSED!!! You've came a LONG way since high school :) I LOVE YOUR WORK!!!
Congrats!
-Karen
GO GIRL GO GIRL!
-Lyds
Lauren Luna is an exceptional artist!! I've known Lauren since High School but have just recently experienced her vision and talent when I ordered custom shoes for my nephew as a graduation present! He just can't stop smiling about them! Thanks Lauren!
The Sh!T!! stay steadfast and dont Quit! You can never can tell how close you are!!! Love Peace & Happiness!!
Bee
Keep givin' to they ass's NIGGA! Love what you do.
hello ms lady Qutstanding job you art work is beautiful
-Glenn
Your Art Work is beautiful. Much success in your endeavors.
Cynthia
Congrats Lauren...you are very talented!!!
I'm a big fan of LL's work as she's helped my little one and my godson step out in the freshest kicks! One luv baybee!
Always,
Coop Emerson
You keep working it girl! :)
Steph
The fabulous Ms Luna! Truly a star in her own sky. Smile like sunshine. Mind of majesty. Pen of Picasso. Get if girl, I'm proud of you!
CONGRATULATIONS - WHILE WE WERE @ KENT YOU SAID YOU WERE GOING TO MOVE TO NYC AND MAKE IT - I AM PROUD OF YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
RACHELLE
"Lauren Luna is the SHIT!"
I love IT!!! Congrats girl!
keep up the good job
-bennie
Just checked out her site...wow! Shes talented!
Congrats Lauren!
You are an awesome individual. I wish you continued success in all of your endeavors. I look forward to working with you.
Thanks everyone. It's really good to know that I have so many in my corner! Headed for the stars! I got mo' styles than the miles to the sun Ninety-three million, five thousand flows And here's one more for the hoes Lauren Luna's got the art that makes you say DAAAAAMMMMM